Posted on February 19th, 2019
Boeing proudly announced the highly-anticipated launch of the 787-10, securing commitments for 102 aircraft from leading aviation companies across Europe, Asia, and North America. Air Lease, United Airlines, GE Capital Aviation Services, British Airways, and Singapore Airlines stand as the prominent launch customers, expressing confidence in Boeing’s innovative work on the aircraft’s maximum takeoff weight and range.
During the launch event, Air Lease’s CEO, Steven Udvar Hazy, commended Boeing’s efforts in enhancing the airplane’s maximum takeoff weight and range, emphasizing the collaborative work that led to strengthening the structure in key areas and increasing the thrust of the engine. As part of the new order, Air Lease is set to acquire 30 787-10s and three 787-9s, with the first delivery expected in mid-2019. Similarly, United Airlines placed an order for 20 787-10s, with the initial delivery planned for 2018, thereby increasing its total order count to 65 Dreamliners.
Additionally, Gecas, British Airways, and Singapore Airlines have all made substantial commitments to acquire 10, 12, and 30 airplanes, respectively. Boeing’s extensive two-year study on the 787-10 has yielded remarkable results, notably achieving a 15% increase in passenger capacity and a standard 7,000 nm range. This effectively covers over 90% of the world’s twin-aisle routes and provides seating for a capacity ranging between 300 and 330 passengers, depending on the interior configuration.
Moreover, Boeing’s VP of airplane development, Scott Fancher, underscored the aircraft’s exceptional efficiency, asserting that the 787-10 offers substantial improvements over the in-service competition. His remarks highlighted the aircraft’s suitability for a wide range of widebody routes, reinforcing Boeing’s position as an industry leader in aviation technology.
As Reported by G Polek
Tags: Paris air show, Boeing, 787-10
